Overview
Internship opportunity in news writing and reporting for the Urdu Language Unit, News Section I, News and Content Branch, Department of Global Communications. The role focuses on producing daily news, in-depth features, and multimedia products in Urdu.
Tasks Summary
- Drafting Urdu news articles by integrating and translating information from various sources
- Proofreading news articles before and after publication
- Assisting with fact-checking and background research
- Assisting in the production of graphic, visual and audio content
- Working on feature stories, conducting research and interviews, and drafting feature stories
- Reviewing the partnerships database by collaborating with the UN Partnerships Unit and looking for new digital media and other partners
- Performing other duties as assigned, including outreach
Experience Requirements
Qualification Requirements
- Enrolled in or completed a graduate school programme in communication, journalism, international relations, public administration, English and Urdu or translation studies (second university degree or equivalent, or higher)
- OR enrolled in or completed the final academic year of a first university degree programme in communication, journalism, international relations, public administration, English, Urdu or translation studies (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent)
- Computer literate in standard word processing and spreadsheets software applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel or similar